Travelling from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Beijing's main base, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
Take off on a direct Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Beijing. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. Get from PEK to BCN on Air China's 2:35am departure.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to BCN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Air China is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport departing from PEK.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Air China from PEK to BCN.
With a dependable 92.59% of services landing on schedule, Air China is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Beijing to BCN leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Located around 27 kilometers from the centre of Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
81% of flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from PEK.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Check out these connections between Beijing Daxing International Airport and BCN:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to BCN flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Beijing Daxing International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 87% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Central Barcelona is roughly 13 kilometers from Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
P19,496 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Return flights start from P31,568. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Beijing to BCN, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Beijing to BCN.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). June is when most people travel to Barcelona. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in January.
Book a Beijing to BCN plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Barcelona to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Beijing to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Barcelona when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Sagrada Familia followed by Museum of the Church of the Sagrada Familia and Park Guell.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Barcelona, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel around 241 kilometers west to Zaragoza to tick off its top sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 274 kilometers south of Barcelona, Ibiza is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Bossa Beach, Playa de Ses Salines and Eden Ibiza.
